Overview

The M.Sc. in Special Education at Indiana University Bloomington provides advanced training for educators and professionals dedicated to supporting individuals with mild or high-incidence disabilities. This comprehensive programme equips students with the specialised skills required to thrive in various instructional environments. By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application, the curriculum ensures graduates are prepared to address the complex needs of exceptional learners.

Students enrolled in this degree have the opportunity to tailor their academic journey through a significant final project. Whether choosing a master's thesis or a capstone project, participants can focus on a specific area of interest within the field of special education.

Why Special Education at Indiana University Bloomington?

Choosing this programme means joining a prestigious School of Education known for its commitment to inclusive excellence. Indiana University Bloomington provides a robust academic framework that encourages students to become leaders in the field of special education. The curriculum is delivered by expert faculty who bring extensive experience in mild intervention and exceptional needs, ensuring that the teaching remains at the forefront of educational innovation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 27271 per year
National fee: USD 27271 per year
Local fee: USD 27271 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on advanced interventions and research methodologies in the field of exceptional needs. Modules may include:

Mild Intervention
Exceptional Needs
Special Education Research
Master's Thesis
Capstone Project
Community of Teachers Seminar

Careers with Special Education

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a wide range of professional roles within the education sector and beyond. Many alumni pursue careers as specialist teachers, focusing on mild to high-incidence disabilities in public or private schools. The advanced nature of the M.Sc. also opens pathways into educational consultancy, where professionals advise schools on inclusive practices and policy implementation.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Special Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-02 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloomington, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00

Completed online application that includes:

Personal statement

Resume (required from international students only)

Two letters of recommendation

GRE scores (required from international applicants only)

Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score or minimum 115 Duolingo score (international students only)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27271 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27271 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

27271 USD / year

≈ 27271 USD / year

Living costs

Bloomington

United States

1071 - 1733 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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